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Tatarstan – ‘at Russia’s centre’

The Republic of Tatarstan is situated in the centre of the Russian Federation on the East-European Plain at the confluence of the two greatest rivers – the Volga and the Kama. In winter it is possible to walk across the frozen rivers and meet those who have bored holes in the ice in order to fish. In the summer the river beaches bask in Mediterranean temperatures. It is a flat and stable landscape of 67,836.2 sq. km. The highest point is only 381 metres above sea level with most of the land below 200 metres. Geologically it sits on a deep seated platform of stable crystalline rock – there is no fear of earthquakes in Tatarstan. Yet at depth there are vast reserves of oil and on the surface huge water resources. The history of the land and people is rich, complex and compelling.

Tatarstan is a sovereign state in a treaty association with the Russian Federation. The official languages are Tatar (in the Turkic group of languages) and Russian (in the Slavic group of Indo-European languages). The capital city, Kazan, is a large industrial, academic and cultural centre. 1.6 million people live in Kazan where the majority of the population is Russian and nominally Orthodox. 2.2 million people live in other regions of the country which are largely rural with 4,200 villages and several large towns. In the villages the people are mainly Tatar and Muslim. Life both in the country and the city can be hard… [end of sample extract]

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Why not run a Central Asian mission event?

Sandwiched between Europe and Asia, but not firmly in either, this region has all but fallen from the gaze of the world and, more worryingly, the view of the Church. At 1/2 billion people, less than 1/2% of whom are Bible believing Christians – Central Asia is the least reached region of the world. But YOU can start to make a difference today – and one way you can do that is by holding a mission event at your church to raise awareness of Central Asia. How much do you / or your church know about the Stans? In our experience, folk are fascinated to hear about the likes of Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan etc. and what God is doing in this largely forgotten region of the world.

We are flexible and will work with you to design an event that will work best for your church – everything from a fairly typical mission presentation, through to something quite different, depending on your church and your objectives. A ‘Central Asian evening’ involving a Central Asian meal, plus a creative introduction to their culture etc. has proved to be a popular event.

On a different tack, our UK director John, amongst others, can speak on a variety of mission related subjects. For example, on current challenges, future trends, why we still need to send missionaries (not only train locals), and why he doesn’t use the phrase the ‘persecuted church’!

To discuss the possibility of holding some form of mission event, call us on 01892 545509 and ask for John or Marcus. Alternatively, get in touch at [email protected]

Would you consider a collection for Gospel needy Central Asia?

Are you looking to make a gift to a unreached people group, or a strategically needy and largely forgotten region of the world? Central Asia certainly meets those criteria. Will you consider Central Asia for your Easter, Thanksgiving or Christmas collections?

There are a range of aspects to our mission work and ministry, depending on where and how you want to use your gift… These include, for example;

Church planting

Evangelism

Bible translation (and other Christian resources)

Church Leadership training

Discipleship

A bible & mission training college in Tatarstan – equipping students for Gospel ministry as they return to their homelands across Central Asia

Gospel media

Community projects – e.g. humanitarian work among the Syrian refugees, a specialist centre for Autistic children, a women’s refuge

For an initial chat, call us on 01892 545509 and ask for John or Marcus. Alternatively, get in touch at [email protected]

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People International – Central Asian Mission

In a sense People International are involved in supporting every area of the church’s ministry across Central Asia. There are many things that we take for granted in the UK: Bible colleges, books and Bibles not to mention free access to excellent healthcare and education that were founded by the church many years ago. Our role is not only to establish churches but to enable them to grow to maturity and be fruitful.
We also work in partnership with Eurasian Ministries - a Mission College in Kazan, Tatarstan - training Central Asians for Gospel Ministry.

People International charity number is: 280036

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